The Times Beginner’s Guide to Bridge: All you need to play the game (The Times Puzzle Books)

A one-stop practical guide on how to play and master the fascinating and rewarding game of bridge with expert advice throughout from Andrew Robson, the Times bridge correspondent, the world’s most famous and successful player and teacher of bridge.

Previously published as Collins Need to Know? Bridge. Now with additional practice deals.

Andrew Robson, the Times bridge correspondent, shows you how to play bridge – starting from the basics and taking you through the learning process step-by-step. Using clear illustrations and accompanying text, Andrew gives the reader a complete course in learning the game, including sample hands and ways to practice.

You’ll also learn about bidding, tricks, scoring and dealing, and etiquette whilst playing. Above all you’ll begin to develop the skills you need to play bridge, and win – including ingenuity, working well in a partnership, and a good memory.

Contents include: basic bidding and card-play strategies; etiquette and how to score; examples and practice tips; different types of bridge; conventions; evaluating a bridge hand.

• Andrew Robson is widely acknowledged to be England’s number one bridge player-teacher

• Approachable and informed guide to the ever growing number of enthusiasts starting to play bridge

• The Andrew Robson Bridge Club is the most successful club in the country

Competition: Right Way to Play Bridge . 121 Tips for Better Bridge.